The Former Home Of The MacDonald Clan - Armadale Castle

The ruins of the Armadale Castle were once the Highland country estate of the Clan Donald, Scotland’s largest clan. The castle was built around 1790, with an extension added in 1815. It suffered a fire in 1855, and the central section of the building was rebuilt and occupied by the MacDonald family until 1925, when they abandoned it. The castle was put on the market in 1972 and purchased by the Clan Donald Lands Trust. By this time the the west part of the castle was in bad shape and the dangerous portions demolished.

Today, there are 40 acres of historic and woodland gardens all set around the romantic ruins of the castle with stunning views of the Sound of Sleat and the mountains of Knoydart.

Here is what caught my eye, I hope you enjoy!

The Museum of the Isles tells the story of the Clan Donald and the history of the Highlands and Islands. The Clan ruled the western seaboard of Scotland for almost 400 years, controlling an empire powerful enough to challenge the Scottish kings.

Posted information about the residence turned ruin.

The staircase in the former stable building, now a cafe.

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Posted information regarding the castle

Some of the information provided in the museum

Inside the former stables turned cafe

The castle ruins

I love the way the entranceway frames the stairway inside.

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Mother Nature reclaiming the ruins

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The castle main facade

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What you should know:

• You can buy your tickets on-line or in person.

• There are walking trails through the gardens and grounds.

• There are public restrooms available.

• There is a cafe on-site.

• You could spend a couple of hours to entire day here, depending on your level of interest.

• Check website for days and hours of operation and any special events.

• There is a museum related to the Clan Donald, the Highlands, and Isle of Skye.

Location: Sleat, Isle of Skye, Scotland IV45 8RS, United Kingdom

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